Frigidly
/ˈfrɪdʒɪdli/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Coldness
Use 'frigidly' to describe a place or weather that feels extremely cold.
The wind blew frigidly across the open plain.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Distance
Apply 'frigidly' when someone behaves in a cold way, showing no warmth.
I tried to make conversation, but she replied frigidly, uninterested.
Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Hostility
'Frigidly' can imply a hidden dislike or subtle animosity in one's behavior.
Although polite, her tone was frigidly dismissive.
Compare with
ColdDistantFormalIndifferentSteely
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